Last month, the Ealing Trailfinders and ex-Bath rugby player Levi Davis told the world that he is bisexual, having previously come out to his then-Bath Rugby teammates in April.
Can We Make Sports a Safe Space for LGBTQ+ Community?
The whole case of Folau is quite symbolic of LGBT in sport, many institutions, teams and players actively showing their support and vehemently expressing their displeasure at those exhibiting homophobic comments; meanwhile, a minority continue to show lack of awareness or acceptance.
Russel Dazzles in Limerick Tie
The highly anticipated match of round two of the European Rugby Champions Cup ended all square as JJ Hanrahan fails at the death to oust genius of Russell and Racing 92.
Headingley Showdown sees Beckett re-gain Varsity title
Leeds Varsity 2019 was brought to a close with the traditional Rugby Union finale at Emerald Headingley Stadium. With the overall scores being well in Beckett’s favour, and the preceding Women’s Rugby Union match having been an absolute thriller in which Leeds University came out on top, the Varsity finale was a chance for the Gryphons to end the annual festival on a high.
Match Report: Leeds University 19-12 Leeds Beckett
The match started off with Leeds University on the back foot, with Leeds University fly-half, Hannah Morton, making a great tackle on Beckett’s left-winger, Olivia Almond. After a slightly cautious first five minutes, Leeds University […]
All Change as Rugby Union’s Finest Jet off to Japan
With the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan just days away, the 20 teams arriving on the shores of ‘the Land of the Rising Sun’ are preparing for what could be the most unpredictable World Cup yet.
A Fresher’s Guide to Sport at Leeds University
So, you’ve cancelled your gym membership and you’ve picked up the courage to move away from home. Want to stay fit and meet people with similar interests? Leeds University has so many sports clubs in-store that cater for all.
Battling Broncos Buck the Odds
Image Credit [Rugby-league.com] Newly promoted London Broncos claim an early and surprising scalp with a win over troubled Wigan. Reigning champions Wigan Warriors remain without a point in Super League 2019 having succumbed to an […]
Six Nations First Round Review: England blow away Ireland in Dublin
Image Credit: [Evening Standard] If Ireland vs England comprised the main course of this weekend’s action, France vs Wales on Friday evening promised to be a tantalising appetiser. Fielding the heaviest pack in test history […]
Gildart Magic puts England one-up against New Zealand
Image Credit [SWpix] A brilliant individual try by debutant Oliver Gildart saw England kick-off their three-match Test Series against New Zealand with a gripping 18-16 victory in Hull on Saturday. After facing the ever-intimidating Kiwis’ […]
Wigan Wave Wane Farewell with Grand Final Victory
Image Credit: PA Wigan Warriors gave departing coach Shaun Wane a fairytale ending to his tenure at the club with a hard-fought 12-4 victory over Warrington Wolves in the Super League Grand Final. A star […]
Rhinos Finish Dismal Season with a Whimper
Image Credit: [Stephen Gaunt/ Touchlinepics] A disappointing end to the season as Leeds Rhinos lose 16-17 to Toronto Wolfpack. On a dreary Friday evening, Leeds Rhinos brought the curtain down on a disappointing season with […]